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marie

greats for kids but take away the special effects and you are left with a very ordinary movie with no originality what so ever

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Summary - shelly87

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Different!! - Converted

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Nothing special - Sonia

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Avatar - Really good movie - AZ Dad

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the most breath-taking movie i ever saw. - wind

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3D IS GREAT! - LINDA BARRETT

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great effects - seamyfox

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Enjoy Avatar - Darg

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Most Brilliant Movie Ever - carley

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the paris hilton of film - sean

it looks great but has got virtually nothing underneath. MORE17 March 2010 00:46

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must see - THE REAL REVIEWER

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Make up your own mind - movielover

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A technical marvel - masonica

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Opportunity missed - MrBlobby

As stated by the main reviewer, this is a must for the cinema screen and not the living room, if you are under the age of 10. However, pending Tim Burtons' Alice, I am disappointed that I did not... MORE02 March 2010 12:51

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Spectacular - paula galvin

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over hyped - aiden carey

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not great - Giggles

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pretty good, I liked it - bealbocht

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A stunning movie with amazing visuals and great performances - yerpu

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Classic? Bargain bin in 10 years... - Cha76

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lose yourself to Pandora - oorwullie

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Excitement-Free Zone - Jim Redmond

Amazing 3D effects, dead boring film which is far too long. Beyond the effects, you've seen it all a million times before. Nothing to see here. Move along. Left after 90 minutes. MORE07 February 2010 17:17

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EXCELLENT but even better at the IMAX in Vancouver - Gramma

No 3D shows here in Victoria area!!!!!! I recommend the IMAX in Vancouver where it is even more real and more awesome!!! MORE06 February 2010 23:09

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You HAVE to see the movie in 3D!!! ****** - rajnugent

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Long Bt Good! - Avatar Is Kwell x

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OMG no Words!!! - Yura

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Marmite - mandy

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Superb - TK

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Wowza ! - Karma-King

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Too much hype. - PennyLane

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must see for the effects shame about the storyline! - Orla

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candy - candy

Avatar - Joel

The best movie ever LOVED it and plan to see it again! MORE31 January 2010 04:17

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rubbish - sarah

i hated it - too out there for me. I was bored. MORE31 January 2010 03:45

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Visually stunning (in 3D)-thats what keeps you awake. - kee

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brilliant - christopher

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the arab freak!! - alice al-raheb

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This is one of the best movie the World have ever seen :-) - Olivier Bambino

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Being There - DJ Dodgy

Avatar is a must see, and probably a must see in 3D also. Given the 'judging the alien by walking a mile in his mocassins' perspective the director takes with this movie the 3D is vital. The nay... MORE28 January 2010 14:38

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Beautiful Visual Imagination - Harry Tuttle

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A fine way to spend a January evening. - ocol

Visually stunning, visceral even. The 3rd dimension will always struggle to shrug off the "gimmicky" angle but this is as close it has ever gotten to an accepted delivery format. (Albeit... MORE27 January 2010 13:59

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Wonderful - coby

Wow!!! A great film that my entire family enjoyed and I enjoyed twice already. If nothing else maybe our conceited earth destroying people can get a grip and work together to secure our existence.... MORE27 January 2010 03:14

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Won't watch - Gary Forcey

Having seen all the hype, this is one I will be glad to miss. Like most of today's "media", it is obviously over the top in the hope that it will make the most money ever. Congrats!! You've... MORE27 January 2010 00:49

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Quite good but damn too long... - Tobi

Avatar is a fantastic movie with an exceptionally good cinematic experience, especially in 3D. It is quite emotionally and physically charged with great audio and visuals. Cameron did a fantastic job... MORE25 January 2010 19:30

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AVATAR - Roddy Gillespie

What a bonus! My car broke down and I had a day to 'kill' before picking it up. Went to see Avatar - great decision. This film was immense. '3 D' blows the mind!! To really appreciate it though I... MORE25 January 2010 18:37

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Fantastic Film - reddana

I went to see this movie with high expectations and boy I was not disappointed! I knew nothing about the storyline only that it was filled with special effects, took 3 years to make and was the most... MORE25 January 2010 12:56

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Awesome! - Binki

What am amazing movie! I never watch movies but am planning on watching this one twice. It was a fun movie & the 3D made it even that much better. MORE24 January 2010 06:57

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Visually spectacular - tiny_spark

To be honest, I wasn't expecting much from this film at all. I had no interest in seeing it, but did because I had the chance of seeing it in the IMAX in London. Well, the trailer certainly does not... MORE24 January 2010 00:39

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absolutely stunning - HHhhhmmmm

Avatar may have taken James Cameron and the hundreds others who worked on it 4 years to make but their time and energy was definately worth it! The film is just magnificent visually stunning , you... MORE24 January 2010 00:10

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Eye candy---not brain candy - Marvin Von Renchler

Wow so many mixed reviews. Went in with an open mind and left with an empty mind. As a professional reviewer said, it was easy to forget about the rest of the worls while just wondering how they did... MORE23 January 2010 23:40

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Biggest movie disappointment in cinematic history. - simonconnolly

If ever there was a film that had to be good, it was Avatar. For a start it is the first film from James Cameron in ten years after the hugely successful, record breaking Titanic. Pair this with the... MORE23 January 2010 23:19

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Awful - Keith M

Worst film I've seen in years, A child could have written a better movie. MORE23 January 2010 23:14

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Avatar - more than I imagined!! - Littledi

Like everyone at this point (1/22) I knew the basic story line and wanted to see it because of the effects and technology. What I didn't anticipate was how emotionally involved I got and how many... MORE22 January 2010 18:39

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A pretty picture, but not a good film - Mark

Beautiful visuals, but there is a lack of intelligence or artistic merit in anything other than the visuals. Obviously not a turn-off for most of the users of this site, but I was disappointed by... MORE22 January 2010 17:19

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Fanf**kintastic! - LTill283

I thought the movie was brilliant! I saw it in 3D at the IMAX in Colleyville and I was most certainly entertained the whole movie. This movie makes me appreciate the film industry and makes me want... MORE22 January 2010 17:14

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enjoyable - daisy

Having seen the trailer for this back at the end of November i was unsure of whether i would enjoy it but i gave in to all the raving reviews and wasn't disappointed. The cinematography is amazing,... MORE22 January 2010 14:30

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Over-rated - ihatepopcorn

Fact is.. for all the hype and money spent, the story was boring.. the only new thing was the technology.. everything else i.e. plot has been done before. They've basically tailored the story to... MORE21 January 2010 23:44

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Avatar - Sulu - sulu

What a great movie. I'm a big fan of James Cameron, The Abyss being one of my favourite movies of all time. And even though this is an entirely different film and in some ways didn't make that... MORE21 January 2010 17:15

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Predictable and cheesy 3D experience - andrewire

Avatar might be the highest grossing movie ever -soon it will be- but as a film is just another predictable tale by James Cameron who depends heavily on visual effects to make his movies work. Here... MORE21 January 2010 16:14

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A must see!!!! - Linz

I have to say I was quite surprised at how much I enjoyed this film! It had everything, action, romance, special effects. I think it would appeal to nearly any taste in one way or another. The story... MORE20 January 2010 12:27

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Must see! - Colin

I went to this film with pretty high expectations, which isn't always a good thing. Fortunately, I wasn't disappointed. The whole thing just felt so right. While I'm sure this film had its flaws, I... MORE18 January 2010 17:37

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Possibly the worst film I've ever seen - Ciaran

Possibly the worst film I've ever seen. To think somebody was actually paid for writing this story. The landscape was so predictable. The picture perfect world for people at sixes and eights with... MORE18 January 2010 15:43

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very good - cslim

bad 3d glasses - anonymous

I watched the movie in Bangalore Jayanagar INOX theatre. It was disgusting till the first half of the movie. (Mind I'm not complaining about the movie). They gave me and my wife totally screwed up 3d... MORE18 January 2010 05:11

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Looks aren't everything... - LadyRed

Okay, so everyone is going crazy over this movie. Like a lot of people, I heard the hype and finally had to go to the nearest IMAX theater to take in this "masterpiece" of 3D movie history. Yes, the... MORE18 January 2010 03:14

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WOW! - Rebecca

Must see! - Luke

I went to this film with pretty high expectations, which isn't always a good thing. Fortunately, I wasn't disappointed. The whole thing just felt so right. While I'm sure this film had its flaws, I... MORE17 January 2010 21:46

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Brilliant - Natalie

Best movie in a long time, well worth all the money that was spent on it. Really interesting and grips u from the beginning, Love story and action packed!!! A definite must see!! MORE17 January 2010 21:46

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5 stars - Pedja

A great movie! Downloading it of the Internet would be a bad thing to do to yourself, since 3D special effects are something really special. I'm very happy with all aspects of the movie. MORE17 January 2010 15:41

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exellent movie - exellent movie

Unique but not original - maighread2008

I'm not a big fan of action movies but I felt I should see this film anyway because of the things I'd heard about it. Main feedback from people was great 3d effects, weak plot and they were dead... MORE17 January 2010 00:34

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Avatar - D&I

Absolutely brill, highly recommend this movie to anyone. One of the best films we've ever seen. Must see. MORE16 January 2010 16:34

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See this or u havent lived!!!!!!!!!!! - BOBBY

Just extraordinary u must see it or you havent lived MORE16 January 2010 07:53

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will not go see it - Deborah

read how james cameron is rude to his fans.....for that money I can do something else.... note to james....the fans shell out the money for your movie and we are in a recession.... MORE16 January 2010 03:27

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me - ILauraI

I went to see this movie a few days ago and i'm going again tomorrow! It's an amazing movie, now my new favourite. I t's actually the most stunning movie i've ever seen. wow. MORE15 January 2010 21:57

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class - Salmon sambos

What a movie class in 3d great acting aswel totaly different to anything i have ever seen definatly a must see love it MORE15 January 2010 19:37

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Avatar - The best of the best movies in the world - Ayiem

The PERFECT movies in good of directing, choosing of actors, different plots with others and great graphic. Congratulation for all person involved in performing for this movie. Hope that this movie... MORE15 January 2010 17:33

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A cinematic feast! - foz_e_bear

Don't believe the hype, this is not one of the best movies of all time... but it is one of the best cinematic experiences of all time! The story borrows heavily from everything from 'Dances with... MORE15 January 2010 09:34

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Brilliant in 3d - JohnFarrell

Have to say a lot of the hype around this is the 3D but even if you were to take that away it is a pretty good story with amazing visuals. Definitely a must see in the cinema MORE15 January 2010 00:24

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Excellent story with brilliant graphics - Padraig

This is one of the greatest films I have watched in a long long time. In my opinion sci-fi films generally are pure garbage but this is certainly an exception, the storyline is old fashioned with a... MORE14 January 2010 22:48

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unbelieveble! - movielovers

this movie is amazing!u should really go and c it!nd its even 10 time's better in 3D.Im going 2 c it 2morrow!!(haha!!) MORE14 January 2010 18:03

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Fantastic!!! - dorcia

The best film I've ever seen! Briliant, fantastic!!!! Highly recomended to enyone. MORE14 January 2010 10:06

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Avatar - muireann bernadino

I brought my 9 year old nephew expecting that it would be his type of film and not exactly mine. I am pleased to say that both of us were totally taken by this film. The plot is a simple 'good... MORE13 January 2010 20:51

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fantastic cgi - Joseph

the special effects in this film as advertised are amazing you will be glued to the screen the entire time and its true you will not be able to tell what is real and what is not,cameron definitely... MORE13 January 2010 13:26

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Go see it in 3D. See it twice! - creoleus

Everyone I've talked to about Avatar wants to see it again (preferably in IMAX.) The bashing of the movie for having an unoriginal storyline or being too long just cracks me up. Since when do you see... MORE12 January 2010 22:05

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VERY GOOD BUT TAKE IT EASY! - eamonndunphy

Watched film before all the current hype, really enjoyed it. Very good but not the best ever!! Granted new technology has been used etc but the story has been done, very predicable but bloody good... MORE12 January 2010 18:27

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Nice Graphics - Worst...story...ever!! - :D

I cannot fathom what everyone is ranting about - what a waste of my time - worst...story...ever. Great graphics & really good in 3D but a highly unoriginal story with no twists, bumps or anything... MORE12 January 2010 12:09

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Very interesting movie - Jan

I was sceptical going to see this movie, on one hand i like James Cameron and the new technology seemed interesting, on the other hand it has big blue avatars on a planet with flying dinosaurs and it... MORE12 January 2010 11:54

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epic - donalocallaghan

my name is doney to the chizzle and i really loved this film. it made me very happy and i hope everyone sees it to f***. yeahhh MORE11 January 2010 18:02

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Visually Astounding - pandabat

When has James Cameron not delivered a visually spectacular movie? I'm fairly sure that has never happened and "Avatar" is no exception. The plot can be pretty much ignored as any child with half an... MORE10 January 2010 19:09

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Insanely epic - Sgt P2pper

This film makes you feel like someone decided to put your head through a meat mincer -and not in a bad way either. This is an impressive piece of work because although I found it amazing, I was at a... MORE10 January 2010 17:07

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Average and a bit Long - jennith

This film has brilliant visuals and some of the action scene are unbelivabel and it does have a good message which is relevant today,but it is too long and that does take away from this film.The... MORE09 January 2010 19:05

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Feast for the eyes!!!! - Sarah

What a cinematic experience!!! This was the 1st film I have ever seen in 3D and I was amazed!! It was absolutely spectacular. Avatar is an epic story. Im amazed they were able to fit it all into... MORE08 January 2010 21:05

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Very Enjoyable - Sham Fox

Very Enjoyable Film. I agree with other reviews, its Dances with Wolves but in the future and with aliens. Don't let that stop you going to see it though. I was hesitant going to see it in 3D but... MORE06 January 2010 18:41

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Like nothing you have seen before, but - Asmo

a bit long I would say. This is a great film, and the graphics are simply stunning, from the first waterdrop floating in zero g to blue alien hands reaching out to grab you it will seem as if you... MORE06 January 2010 16:54

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Excellent - heidi

I loved the 3D version but my other half got awful headaches from it so be warned. Brill movie - truly captivating. Ok seems a bit childish on the offset but the action, special effects and not bad... MORE06 January 2010 14:53

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Good film, but just too long - Andy

This was a visually stunning film, but other than that it was nothing we havent seen before - its basically Dances with wolves but with aliens instead of Indians. Not complaining, both great films,... MORE06 January 2010 12:08

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a must see!! - Mars

I absolutely loved this movie, James Cameron gave us (well me) something unique in a way that I never thought I would say how much I enjoyed the story. So what if it was long, but what epic aint... MORE06 January 2010 11:57

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Whoa Avatar DUDE! - Bitter Irish Fruit

Last of The Mohicans on acid. My eyes were bleeding but it was worth the pain. Incredible cinematic rollercoaster ride. If Peter Jackson was approached to direct Dances Wirh Wolves then he may have... MORE06 January 2010 10:44

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outstanding - Orla

this film reallly was absolutely amazing...i saw it in 2d and thought the effects were brill and im going again to c it in 3d. the storyline was great and not boring atall....you MUST go see this... MORE06 January 2010 00:39

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Must See. - paddyc

You Have To see This Film In 3D, It Will Blow You Away, Just let Your Self Go. MORE05 January 2010 00:04

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Breathtaking - Rob

Well what can I say, I mean I was litterally speachless when I left the cineima. It is deffinitly the best movie I have ever seen in my life. The graphics are incredable, it looks like your looking... MORE04 January 2010 20:39

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just average - blackbush2000

where are those special effects we have not seen before and which pull you of the chair... I have seen anything new in this movie and the story isn't new either. Only some of the 3D Effects earn a... MORE04 January 2010 20:08

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Nothing New... - Keith

Avatar... Okay, the story, if I can get it right, is about a scientist who died after giving his DNA to be mixed with the DNA of a Na'Vi, which is an alien species from the planet Pandora...now,... MORE03 January 2010 17:05

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best movie ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! - pie

Avatar is smashing.All my friends thought it would boring but I loved it MORE02 January 2010 12:49

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fantastic effects! - Carol

Im not usually a sci-fi/fantasy fan but this film was amazng, i loved the 3D, my first time. I must admit though, the film was a little too long and I was hoping for more action. At the same time... MORE02 January 2010 12:33

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Surprisingly good! - jqbilbao

I went to see this with a fair bit of pessimism - but thought it was really good! Some aspects were a bit questionable in the plot, but overall it was very good and watchable. By the end, you do... MORE01 January 2010 22:43

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jorde navan - jordenavan

so poor draged out for 2 hours left early hows the end MORE01 January 2010 18:46

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Movie of the year! - shane

Enjoyed this film thoroughly, fantastic movie. Even better that it was in 3D. Have to say though, the 3D was initially hard on the eyes but after about 15mins, you get used to it. The graphics and... MORE01 January 2010 15:50

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Well worth paying to see - TerryT

A few people here are saying the storyline sucks, but it doesnt really, (I'll try not to spoil it on people but) its an easy to watch storyline without too much to get confused about so its grand,... MORE01 January 2010 12:26

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EXCELLENT - SRAVANKUMARVELETI

Sure, it has some ropey dialogue and a pretty generic story but I think these factors only make it more likely to be remembered as a classic, and as the movie that brought back "the event" film.... MORE01 January 2010 08:11

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Excellent - Alan001

One of the best SciFI movies out there. I haven't been this impressed with a movie since, well since Aliens II. MORE31 December 2009 09:59

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Superb Cinematic Experience - Tazio Nuvolari

I have never reviewed a film before and only attempt this as I am really annoyed at fellow cinema patrons awarding it four stars or less.If ever a film deserved FIVE STARSS it must be this one. I... MORE31 December 2009 00:20

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Impressive - Keith R

Much like Ridley Scott and Martin Scorcese, James Cameron enjoys lofty status as a directorial law unto himself. Trailblazing 80s classics like The Terminator and Aliens firmly established his... MORE30 December 2009 22:24

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bit too long - katie

Whats all the hype? - David C

I really can't see how people areravinga bout this film. I thought it was one of the corniest piece of **** ever made. The dialogue is one of the worst ive heard and the plot is nowhere near... MORE30 December 2009 12:19

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More of an art movie - Cyberx_94

Avatar Directed by James Cameron (Titanic) , this science fiction film focuses on the relationship between a group of humans a tribal like alien race , the humans wish to educate/learn from/better... MORE30 December 2009 05:38

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Entertaining but not fantastic - pat2bornot2b

It's a good piece of entertainment but the story is so standard that you can tell the ending even before much gets going. Yes it worth seeing but has a lot of flaws, smoking in a lab (you can even... MORE29 December 2009 18:34

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Must see in 3D - Flippy Floppies

Special effects are immense this film must be seen on the big screen. Plot and dialogue aren't anything special but I still watched in awe of what was in front of me for the entirety of the film. Do... MORE29 December 2009 18:30

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A must see in 3d - declanh

Suspend disbelief as you enter the world of Pandora - it is an amazing cinematic effort - though I would have to wonder if it will stand the test of time. The 3-d effects are dramatic, particularly... MORE29 December 2009 16:37

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Dances with Smurfs - Patrick

yes, yes. I've heard all the hype and all the slagging. Cameron's first movie since titanic made him "king of the world" over a decade ago, the single most expensive movie ever made, the... MORE29 December 2009 15:25

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super - shamir

i like this movie very much this is the best movie i had seen MORE29 December 2009 09:04

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Best Movie to Mankind - Intruder

abouselutly electrifying - christopher

james camerons avatar is a 5 star experience it has changed cinema forever.no ovie can compete with this it is the best movie of the decade.it has been 12yrs since james cameron introduced his new... MORE27 December 2009 15:04

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The Lord of the rings in sience fiction - hti

Camerons 4 year work is excelently made and stunningly presented. If this as he said is part one of three people will look forward to waiting for the next part as agerly as for LOTR. The cgi sets are... MORE25 December 2009 20:45

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Heavy on the CGI, light on the storyline - John Dunbar

Anyone familiar with James Cameron's work knows what to expect here: groundbreaking technology coupled with a very basic story. As with all his previous films, from Terminator to Titanic, the 'shock... MORE24 December 2009 12:12

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Three words - Wow and Wowzers! - Armin Tamsarian

It's a story that's been told many times before, but who cares if it's told properly?! I don't. Sam Worthington is excellent as the male lead, (did he actually do that to his legs?!!), he reminded me... MORE24 December 2009 10:12

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Fantastic - my_red_umbrella

Amazingly insane movie! Like nothing ever done before.... A must see movie! THE movie of the year! MORE23 December 2009 23:06

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A breathtaking adventure that tugs at the heart strings! - Emsylee

This film is absolutely brilliant and does not dissapoint. The plot is easy to follow once you get into it and in 3D this movie is an amazing adventure with the most stunning visual effects I have... MORE23 December 2009 19:26

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PERFECT!! - Gizmo

Possibly the only movie I have ever come out of thinking... I honestly have nothing, NOTHING bad to say about it! Absolutely perfect! You'll want to wish Sigourney Weaver could strap you down into... MORE23 December 2009 08:49

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money does not always make a good movie, - rajnugent

money does not always make a good movie, but this time it did. Great movie!!. well worht seeing in 3d. MORE22 December 2009 20:45

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Amazing! - logik

Some people seem to say this that the story in this film is lacking somewhat, but in actual fact it is a deep routed story with a lot of subtle points which are directly related to our planet and the... MORE21 December 2009 13:11

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A bit meh... - Lisa

Avatar was actually exactly what I thought it would be like. Stunning CGI but lacking a good storyline. It is at least 45 minutes too long. If you are going to see it, go to the cinema though. The... MORE21 December 2009 10:42

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environmental theme - sledge

this reviewer has completely failed to notice the strong environmental theme and main message of the movie - the theme of the movie was brilliant because it reflects what is happening here on earth –... MORE21 December 2009 02:15

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Nothing but praise - Ilovefilm

I can say this much without a shred of doubt. I don't believe I will see a better film than this for a long time. It is a testament to Cameron's skill as a director that he was able to bring his... MORE21 December 2009 00:35

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In a word 'WOW' - Saphor

This is certainly one for the books when it comes to James Camerons Movies. It may have taken 4 years to make and cost a huge fortune to produce, but it hits all the right notes. The sheer use of... MORE21 December 2009 00:15

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A must see, especially in 3D - LindaDenby

James Cameron really knows how to blow your socks off. Brilliant storyline, spectacular effects and a rock solid cast. Once you get past the animation and immerse yourself in the plot you will be... MORE20 December 2009 20:27

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AMAZING! - lauras09

Brilliant film wanted to see it again as soon as it was over! MORE20 December 2009 20:12

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Mixed feelings - d kelly

I felt the whole outline of the film was very exciting and adventurous. But the movie lasted to long and there was so much complications to it. overall i really enjoyed and would recommend you see it. MORE20 December 2009 18:38

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AVATAR - VISHESH

extravagent , superb , fantastically , taken movie ..... this movie is not only filled with visual effects but it teaches us a lesson . It takes us in the beautiful world Pandora and brings us back... MORE20 December 2009 09:15

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avatar is fentastic movie......... - abhilash

it is a new AVATAR in Cameron mind........... MORE20 December 2009 06:43

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Pocohantas PLUS - slydon13

It is often said there are no new stories and Cameron proved it when he adapted the Disney story of Princess Pocohantas and John Smith - even the magic of the trees was included and expanded upon.... MORE19 December 2009 19:34

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OMG!!!! - Ivy

I have never enjoyed a film this much ever. i have never wanted to see a film twice but i have to go back to watch it agian i am amazed about everythig this movie has its the best ever no doubt about... MORE19 December 2009 18:05

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a must whatch movie.......... - manoj

A classic experience - Gavin

Sure, it has some ropey dialogue and a pretty generic story but I think these factors only make it more likely to be remembered as a classic, and as the movie that brought back "the event" film.... MORE19 December 2009 01:10

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Visionary - old_no7

James Cameron's cornucopia of fantasy and dreams comes to life in this landmark epic, a stunning achievement and his most personal work to date. After his brother is killed in battle,... MORE18 December 2009 12:02

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Ava....go at something else Cameron - Niall

Four years in the making + Ground breaking CGI + the most expensive movie ever made= A pretty average three hours! Its been so long since i've left a cinema after being blown away by a film and sadly... MORE18 December 2009 00:58

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Fantastical sci-fi wonderland to bore you rigid - Slick

Bah-humbug. Well the score to start is rubbish, in part taken from "Enemy at the Gates" - was Enya too expensive?! "Unobtanium", the precious metal on Pandora was manufactured on earth in the movie... MORE17 December 2009 21:53

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Avatar - Ann-Marie

one word GENIOUS!!! Cameron has once again put together a masterpiece from the tiniest little detail on pandora to the epic battle scenes he has left no stone unturned. OK so we all knew the visual... MORE17 December 2009 10:27

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Fantastic Movie - beee

This is the best movie of it's type i've seen all year. Graphics are Phenomenal and great in 3D. the director and writer did well on this movie. The whole thing was great, from start to finish.... MORE17 December 2009 09:51

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THE movie to see this Holiday season. - Slugs

While not exactly a groundbreaker in the plot department, Avatar is by far a masterpiece in CGI. James Cameron, a man who is always trying to please the eyes, had his 4 years well spent in what... MORE17 December 2009 00:44